Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Avamere; Medford (OR); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

EAP and Telehealth resources

Continuing Education reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Avamere in Medford, Oregon is hiring a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support quality patient care under licensed therapists. The role operates Monday through Friday, 8 to 5, at Avamere at Three Fountains, Medford, OR.

You will implement treatment plans, communicate with patients and team members, and maintain timely documentation. The ideal candidate has an OTA degree, is licensed, and holds CPR/BLS certification, with knowledge of Medicare and payer sources.

Qualifications

• The OTA graduate must be certified and in good standing with licensing bodies.
• Active CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources is essential.
• Ability to multitask and maintain professional presentation.
• Must operate within supervision of licensed therapists.
• Maintain licensure and good standing with regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Implements and executes a treatment plan under an Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate with patients, families, and referring physicians.
• Provide timely written documentation per requirements.
• Develop clinical and professional skills through education and associations.
• Ensure documentation supports insurance, licensing, and reimbursement needs.
• Support and participate in department operations and development.
• Report changes in patient status to supervising therapists.
• Collaborate with team to coordinate treatment goals.

Skills

Multitasking

Professionalism

CPR/BLS certified

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Now Hiring!

Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Monday through Friday, 8 to 5

Location: Avamere at Three Fountains, 835 Crater Lake Avenue, Medford, Oregon 97504

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

Key Responsibilities

• Implements and execute an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, and reimbursement requirements.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapists on a timely basis.

Associate Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards established with Supervisor.
• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.
• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.
• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.
• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients’ response to treatment plan.
• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.
• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Able to practice unencumbered.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of residents’ rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.